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Burning love for Elvis

For 25 years, Sean Spiteri has captivated audiences with his dedication to honouring Elvis Presley’s legacy. Spellbound by Elvis’ 1968 comeback special at the...

Sunshine Energy Park shortlisted for design awards

The Sunshine Energy Park (SEP) vision plan has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award that recognises urban-design innovations across the country. Following...

Lion cub birth sends a roar across the west

Werribee Open Range Zoo roared with pride when it announced the birth of its future king or queen of the jungle. The lion cub was...

Foodbank serves call for donations

To keep on supporting hundreds of locals on a regular basis through its food-assistance service, the Loaves & Fishes Foodbank is on the lookout...

Spate of arrests target car thefts in Brimbank

Police have arrested 36 people as part of multiple operations conducted over four nights in March in Brimbank and Melton. Of the 36 people arrested,...

Coalition pledges to take away billions from Sunshine Station

Federal opposition leader Peter Dutton’s plan to scrap funding for the Sunshine Station upgrade will be a “major setback” if implemented, according to a...

Opposition redirects money to airport rail

The Coalition, together with its state counterpart, has vowed to prioritise the Melbourne Airport Rail Link project by injecting a further $1.5 billion towards...

Clayton coach of the year

Among the celebrations for the Sunshine Eagles after they won the Baseball Victoria summer league premiership, there was a special award for coach Stuart...

Women’s competitions finalised

The Essendon District Football League women’s competition will remain at three senior divisions this season. The league announced the rest of its female structure last...

Interleague squads named

The best of the best have been named in the Western Football League’s two senior interleague squads. The league will face the Southern Football League...

Harrower confident in Thunder

Keilor Thunder coach Kristi Harrower is embracing the challenge of a new National Basketball League 1 South women's season, confident in her group despite...

Keilor Thunder raring to go in NBL1 South

There’s a sense of excitement for Keilor Thunder as it prepares for the start of the new era in the National Basketball League 1...

Falcons continue winning start

The City West Falcons continued their strong start to the Victorian Netball League season with a third-straight 80 goal performance to remain undefeated. The three-time...

The benefits of living in a retirement village

As Australians age, ensuring a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle becomes a growing priority. For many older Victorians, a retirement village offers an ideal solution,...

New Woolworths store opens in Hillside

A new Woolworths supermarket opened on Thursday March 20 in Hillside, offering a brand new shopping experience for the local Banchory Grove community. The...

Green Gully is not only a hub for soccer enthusiasts

Green Gully Soccer Club in Keilor Downs is not only a hub for soccer enthusiasts but also a versatile venue for various events. Looking...

Celebrating harmony and diversity at MP’s electorate office

In the heart of Melbourne’s western suburbs, Luba Grigorovitch’s electorate office stands as a testament to the strength found in diversity. The team comprises...

What are serviced apartments

Serviced apartments within a retirement village are ideally suited to older individuals who are mobile, and able to live independently and who would enjoy...

Enjoy a new lease on life at Rivervue

Australian seniors are redefining the 'Great Australian Dream' — not just with bricks and mortar, but with a lifestyle that offers more freedom, connection,...

IVF, endometriosis drugs cheaper

A new treatment for a common painful condition and two other drugs will be made cheaper to improve thousands of Australian women’s lives. About 8500...

Reducing triple-0 hesitancy

A new study found that women are less comfortable calling triple-0 when experiencing symptoms of a heart attack, providing a possible reason why women...

Study into ’neglected’ issue

Researchers are investigating causes and potential treatments for perinatal intrusions — intense and vivid thoughts that impact most people during and after pregnancy. Intrusive and...

Young women turning their back on the pill

I was put on birth control when I was 14, three years later after 250 consecutive days of menstrual bleeding and seven alternative birth...

Surgeon reconstructs hope

“Women’s health has always been a passion of mine,” would probably sufficiently explain why Dr Anannya Chakrabarti is a reconstructive breast surgeon, but it...

Virtual health clinic for women

A free virtual health clinic will help to make women’s health more accessible for women across Victoria. On Wednesday, February 5, Health Minister Mary-Anne...

A century of love

Brimbank resident Troodia Arcaduo marked a significant milestone recently — celebrating the centenary of her birth on March 25. A century of love, good...

Advocating for homeless youth

As the demand for youth homelessness services in Brimbank continues to grow, local organisations have come together under a national coalition to launch a...

Council highlights airport rail as priority in submission

Brimbank council has doubled down on its infrastructure priorities, with its submission to a westwide consultation paper reinforcing its stand on the Melbourne Airport...

Community house rallies for votes

Duke Street Community House has been nominated for a CommBank Donations Program funding boost, but it needs the community’s help to get it over...

Works kick off on new pipeline

Melbourne Water has begun works on the new 350-metre bypass pipeline at the St Albans Reservoir, with residents told to expect temporary disruptions, including...

Free program to help groups host events

Brimbank council’s free festival and events training program is returning in May to empower local groups to host programs for the benefit of the...

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Spate of arrests target car thefts in Brimbank

Police have arrested 36 people as part of multiple operations conducted over four nights in March in Brimbank and Melton. Of the 36 people arrested,...

A century of love